I Had 0.001% Fuel Left In The Desert - Trucking

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[@RaymondJamesIrving]

Alex I drive for variant to hit me him I always hoping to see you on the road and grab something to eat with you we r on there east cost a lot..the west cost is way more beautiful

[@SABSCORPION]

Weak power you need more HP

[@hypergamers3252]

Hey alex can i sign up to you company when i am in another country

[@raulb2528]

You should have buy some sunglasses 🕶

[@fgrodriguezqac]

Not to criticize or anything, it’s more of an advice. As a truck driver you never know when the road conditions will change, either by a car accident ahead of you or suddenly getting hit with a storm, specially now with winter coming and snow…. Or just something like a mechanical issue that will have you wait for assistance for many hours. You CAN’T allow yourself to always end up in situations in which you are low on fuel…. NEVER. In winter I would say the moment you cross half the tank start looking for a place to fill up, I have seen drivers get stuck on the highway for many hours, even days due to a storm or accident and trust me when I tell you that you are going to want to be able to keep that heat or A/C running. Don’t be so careless with your fuel.

[@jamesmoody9363]

😊

[@18wheeler77]

11:25 Attention professional drivers, as a courtesy to other drivers, please pull forward from the diesel island when you are finish fueling. Thank you!

[@rogergroot6641]

Rafael Good luck on that! For years the clerks at PILOT and the rest of the truck stops have been asking on the intercom "Driver # so & so please move your truck as others are waiting to fuel.And most of them could care less as they don`t more after being asked to move,so the only solution in my view is first to have ALL trcuk stops unite and then charge $20.00 for first offense,$50.00 for second offense,and $100.00 for third offence.Albert Einsteins famous saying was,"WHEN SOMETHING HAPPENS OVER AND OVER AND NO CHANGES ARE MADE THIS IS INSANITY" !!

[@18wheeler77]

@@rogergroot6641 that’s why I take matters in my own hands and go look for whoever is in front not moving. My time is money!

[@FDSixtyNine]

@@18wheeler77 You're going to get your brians blown out sooner or later.

[@billfryer5911]

Gotta be careful. Nowadays you could end up on Bonehead Truckers. 😆

[@mariabennett7715]

That was some awesome backing in, Alex! Great job! I have driven on near empty. Sweating up a storm hoping the doesn't stop.

[@diannelogsdon6107]

I remember running out of gas and coasted into the gas station right up to the pump. 18 years old n dumb. 😃 Carl

[@SpeedKeem]

So is this a life lesson everyone goes thru, I stalled coming up to the intersection where that station was & the light changed red‼️ had to wait then push a PT Cruiser up and over a hill. Got help but those things are w not light 💀

[@Ford5.0_Offroad]

I have a company of washing semi trucks and I saw you pass by where I was working! Was gonna take a photo but couldn’t get my phone out in time!!

[@18wheeler77]

18:00 next time Alex, try to keep your tail as close as you can to the curb as you set up. Then when you back up, your make your tires meet with the corner as you back up.

[@clariceilovethisveryhelpfu8951]

What I love about TEXAS ITS TRUCK FRIENDLY A LOT OF ROOM AT THE TRUCK STOPS AND BEAUTIFUL scenery love your videos maybe one day I see at the truck stop be blessed keep making positive content be blessed alex!!!!

[@jeremynewhouse6530]

I deliver to dollar general stores All up and down the East coat. Pretty much from Baltimore to Myrtle Beach SC and it’s some of the most beautiful places I have ever seen.

[@somethingepic777]

Getting paid to travel & see some beautiful scenery? Yes please!!! Thats actually part of the reason why im taking steps towards becoming a trucker. Ok, ok; Getting paid to travel through beautiful scenery is the main reason why im taking steps towards becoming a trucker

[@18wheeler77]

12:50 That’s why I always try to fuel after every delivery. Or right after I pickup the next load.

[@edjarrett3164]

Great video Alex. As a pilot, I’ve always carried more fuel than required, so I’ve never sweated whether we had enough or not. For me, fuel is something you have control of just like choosing an altitude that gives you options when your single engine quits. And, I never assume the gas gauge is accurate.

[@kvmairforce]

I drove through the west a few times... sometimes you might not see another gas station let alone another vehicle for hours. I learned, even at half, you better fill up just in case.

[@rondolan6457]

It that way driving in the majave dessert in California

[@riverrun1616]

​@rondolan6457 always plan fuel stops

[@lancehammons5918]

Had to do that yesterday with my 389, had 5 miles left in the tanks

[@lancehammons5918]

Why

[@Houndini]

As cert Diesel Mechanic 40+ years running a Diesel engine very low on fuel is very bad on filters & the engine in general. It pick up all the trash in bottom your fuel tanks & bring it into the whole fuel system. You be surprised what I found in fuel tanks. Cotton Rags is 1. Rats, paper towels, tools. Ect.

[@TheFirstGroover]

Yup. We know something about diesel in Europe

[@brettpoe3069]

Absolutely right. You'll burn your fuel pump up too

[@garychesser5277]

There is no valid reason to put yourself in that situation. Rookie.

[@sjfk1306]

This should be common sense…. This kid doesn’t deserve a CDL.

[@phillipgarrow2297]

It's a rookie mistake even if makes to a truck stop he can still stir everything laying in bottom of the fuel tanks I worked for oil companies quite a few years never by gas or diesel while the fuel transport is unloading in to storage tanks

[@TonyStoner-xw5wg]

Alex...the KEY to backing is all in the setup.Turning the wheel to much creates problems.Always let the trailer react to turning the steering wheel.Oversteering is number one problem I've noticed with trainees backing.

[@builtontherockhomestead9390]

You drove right by me I live an hour south of Junction. Once a DirecTV truck showed up at my place to fix my service. When I answered the door he immediately said, "I'm going to fix your service, but do you have any gas?". Turns out from his previous customer to my place he learned there are no towns or gas stations and was on fumes. I had 3 gallons in my can.

[@somethingepic777]

Hope he hooked you up with a couple extra channels

[@t1truckin]

I had no idea they put the next gen interior in the previous gen T680, pretty cool

[@neroghost3953]

I forgot how I found this channel but I must say that I always find myself watching a video here and there. So interesting, keep up the good work Alex!

[@braddytrucklife803]

I was probably in Texas near ft worth when you made this video. Every time I see a variant truck I look to see if it’s a kenworth lol. Right now just outside of Springfield Missouri. Hope to see you on the road brother.

[@josenavarrete3799]

IT HAPPENED TO ME DRIVING FROM MEXICO TO GEORGIA IN LUISIANA, ALMOST RUN UOT OF GAS WHEN THERE WAS A CONVININT STORE, SO GLAD DON'T HAVE TO WALK OR CALL FOR HEL, GOD BLESS....

[@Muzammil_Hussain0123]

Variant and US Express watching this: Alex you were almost fired😂😭

[@Jay_the_Caffeinator]

cool video Alex. for the sun, get a pair of polarized sunglasses. as for your fuel, when in TX especially, plan your route before you set off that you refill at the 1/4 tank. you never know what happens. also, does your APU run off the motor or does it run by itself off your tanks?

[@MythLeatherCo]

At least there’s a proper dock! The stores I deliver to always have ramps in the worst possible places. 🤣

[@AussieGunzel]

Another great video, Alex! Honestly this got me excited for the Texas DLC on American Truck Simulator seeing you drive around Texas.

[@aaronaaronsen3360]

I was going to say that 😅

[@johnsantorawluszki715]

I use to try and view every pu and stop drop on Google maps with earth view. Then I could see the types and tightness of streets and turns. And also where was parking. I suggest that you give it a try, its easier on your stress if you know more.

[@dreadhawk861]

Just like with normal cars, when your vehicle is on E you typically have around 2 gallons left. I ran my truck into E, fuel guage said I had 0 miles left, and only filled up around 160 gallons out of 200.

[@joshuastevens5910]

Only thing is with a car you can’t go anymore once it says 0. On a diesel it can say 0 mile range and it won’t stall. It’ll run the fuel out of the rails for probably another 20-30 miles which is bad to do.

[@aaronaaronsen3360]

It's a scary lesson, but that was a freebie. Now you'll never forget to plan according to gas stations ;)

[@jesusresto11]

Come on Alex hit the frigging curve 😂😂

[@ALEXTHETRUCKINGGUY]

Hey man the better question is what was that curb doing in my way hahahaha. Lol yeah if you see a messed up curb in America you can think of me in my first month of trucking lol

[@jpol3808]

Hi Alex. Always carry one or two, five gallon metal safety cans full of treated fuel. 10 gallons should get you 60 to 80 miles or more, depending on weight. That should save you in most cases, just make sure to dump it in before you run out!!! And refill the cans immediately when you stop for fuel! Good luck. Jpol.

[@anthonylagunas6737]

Or you can trip plan to include fuel stops. I have been out here 27 years, I never had to worry about getting low on fuel.

[@vendingdudes]

Some Mad Max energy there

[@sneaks01]

Great work buddy!! Always love watching your vids and travels!!

[@jtotheroc]

Would've been funny if one of his deliveries was to the urban rescue ranch.

[@shotgunz124]

U never let truck get super low especially in winter…

[@nevada778]

Am 27 year old trucker I still remember 2 years ago my peterbilt 389 had a quarter of a tank and I had to find a truck stop FAST, is not fun to almost run out of fuel in a semi truck, and I was so dumb because I didint check how many gallons of disel I had in my truck.

[@josephsalinas108]

welcome to Texas bro 210 san antonio in the house.🤠

[@kirktitgen7453]

Don’t let it get so low dork ….refuel when getting below a quarter tank not when running on fumes !!!….also get the truck washed …lookin shabby 🤣🤣🤣

[@PolarBear10-4]

Hey alex recently variant has reached out to me about working with them just wanted to know what you think about them as far as being a permanent home as i dont wanna jump around a lot

[@ALEXTHETRUCKINGGUY]

They're a relaxed company to work for. I honestly haven't met anyone that's rude at this company. In dispatch or the higher ups. I'm here mainly because they let me drive how I want to drive. I tell them I like to drive 1am-1pm and they say okay and book loads around those times. A couple times I drove like 300 miles in 1 day and shutdown because it was already 1pm. I sent in a form updating my eta to Deliver and they responded with "10-4". The per diem pay, equipment and the openness between upper management and the drivers is also what keeps me here. During orientation you'll get the emails of the executives so you can discuss any problem or way you think the company can improve (AND THEY ACTUALLY RESPOND). We hold zoom meetings every 2 wks where we talk about what's going on in Variant with the executives on. I don't see many giant companies doing this

[@PolarBear10-4]

Ok thank you for the fast response i made the mistake with my starting company i chose they were great when i was a kid but they have changed for the worse in current day but they are a learning school and im just trying to make it my first and last move when i do leave

[@RiverRatWA57]

Sorry Alex, this sounds like PissPoorPlanning to me, IMHO you should have your day planned out before you start your day. I drove for a refrigerated carrier based in N.D. for 21yrs, did 48state OTR, I knew my truck and how far it would go and where I was getting fuel, also, if I was heavy how much to get to my next fuel stop.

[@frankie7448]

I never let my truck get to that point of being empty like that 😂

[@18wheeler77]

3:30 there is usually a gage that tells you how many miles till empty.

[@anthonybanks7949]

You don't have to worry about double clutching or downshifting. Just push a button and go it's pissing me off that you think you have it bad

[@thomasmccardle725]

After this one I think I’ll call your channel Drama Queen express 😂

[@markybear92840]

Job well done Alex. I saw that "Im almost out of fuel" face. lol

[@deebly_goncerned]

hope you made sure it was ok to sleep there lol. its possible they had some other deliveries for that day

[@jimholloman4457]

A good pair of polarized glasses would help a lot with the sun. They would also help save your eyes. The UV rays in sunlight contributes to cataract development.

[@fjb4932]

Good advice, Jim. Unfortunately, when young, most are dumb. They won't listen / understand until later . . . .

[@richardramos2924]

This legit happened to my 2daya ago! I was on E and still needed 40 to 30 miles away. My companies fuel card didn't accept mom and pops stores so I made it to flying J by the grace of the trucking gods!

[@fjb4932]

7P Principle: Proper Prior Planning Prevents Piss Poor Preformance

[@DaydreamAboutNiceThings]

That was scary close on the fuel !

[@lockdot2]

"I only have like 16,000 pounds of weight in the back".. I about fell off my seat hearing that.

[@FC360D]

You shouldn't be too bothered about fuel when the warning light turns on as it always comes on way before you really need to fill up, which I know all cars have and am 99% sure trucks also have it. My car can take me another 35 miles before I need to fill up when the fuel warning light comes on. One feature I love about my car is that while the low fuel light is on the fuel gauge flashes faster and faster as it gets lower.

[@joshuastevens5910]

Actually you can seriously fuck some shit up with diesel engines if you run the fuel to low or run the rails dry, if that happens you immediately bring it to a stop.

[@stevenlang918]

Alex is my favorite trucker 👋🏾👋🏾👋🏾👍🏾

[@georgeesquivel8623]

Always have your tanks filled!!!!

[@TebbleTV]

Speaking of running out of gas, I was playing American Truck Sim and rolled into the gas station with no gas, running only on fumes.

[@edb2078]

you can go 100 mile fully load when the fuel light come on. maybe not in west virginia

[@tnine3]

19:44 😂 check your mirrors man

[@theoneaboveall8852]

How come you try out reginal west on your company?? Im also a trucker like you but im local in Phoenix,az

[@anthonybanks7949]

If you for one minute think driving a van is the same as driving a truck, you are with the wrong company

[@MrWelderguy08]

Well good morning to you too Alex! I was wondering when you would pick my name in the beginning of the video lol. Safe travels man! Thanks for the great vids!

[@jvjoe4376]

Hey Alex, At 17:15. Did you have the light or did you turn early and make that 4 wheeler stop as you made that left turn? It looked a little sketchy. Peace!

[@jpol3808]

Alex you made the right decision getting into trucking, rather than van life. You get paid, still get to live in a box and can afford your amenities also. With van life you still have to make money somehow and have no skills. Now you have skills to fall back on! Good job man. Later. Jpol.

[@kevinmitchell9066]

Alex, Did you pass thru Louisiana this passed weekend?

[@finalfantasy1201]

Where can we send you gifts alex? I need to send you some sunglasses, it's hurting my eyes watching the sun 🌞 light up your face every video. U never have shades on 😎

[@blz480]

I am in the same exact boat in Virginia…I’m at a rest stop 4 miles away from a loves…I’m a gambler I’m going for it. Wish me luck 😂

[@asherramaly2083]

Question about trucks. Do you have cruise control in the ones you drive?

[@stevennovakovich2525]

Yes, almost all of them these days have cruise control.

[@starvingartist6754]

There's no excuse to run out of fuel, it's all on YOU!

[@ccuellar6212]

You’re a genius.

[@ultimategamer372]

Keep up the good work

[@robertgardner4508]

You really need to get fuel more efficiently man.

[@rigbythebulldog7525]

How does the company keep you employed with as much time as you waste and as slow as you go all the time? I just want to know. At some point the truck goes in the negative each week because you're not efficient.

[@coysaam7080]

I’m guessing this is the load of pillows I’ll soon find out

[@freddyhoyt1849]

Hi Alex I really enjoy your videos I look forward to seeing more safe driving buddy

[@danielmiranda1055]

Hey Alex, you should make a video about the pros and cons of truck driving.

[@jayr5331]

Thank you to the truck for making it to the gas station.

[@18wheeler77]

2:29 I usually move my mirror down a bit and you can still see behind you.

[@salemalshammari4712]

ربي حفظك

[@dinucosminionut9530]

Great job! Hello from Romania , beautiful work ! 😇

[@rondolan6457]

Alex just came across your video keep up the good work..

[@pauloehmen1665]

Nice seeing your trucking lifestyle 👍Keep up the safe trip

[@anthonybanks7949]

Plus you oversteer the hell out of the truck

[@cwdrapela]

I’m from Waco haha, usually Texas is known for small towns in between the big cities like Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin etc

[@nathannash2011]

CAN WE GET A GOOD MORNING NATE OR NATHAN?! I would greatly appreciate it lol 🤜💥🤛

[@kylehollingsworth2888]

Dang you were in my area lol just down the street where I live. Know the exact route you took from Waco to midland.

[@ericpalmateer1484]

Dude your breaks don't burn fuel... your engine break burns tons of fuel..

[@MediocreFisher]

that pilot is usually packed so you got lucky you showed up when you did

[@billfryer5911]

Even with a heavy load, I can usually get 500 miles on half tanks.

[@somethingepic777]

How much does it cost for the fuel-truck to deliver to a truck on the side of the freeway? Do they charge a flat-fee for the deliver plus whatever the going rate is for per-gallon, or do just charge an-arm&a-leg per-gallon (bot no additional surcharges)?

[@paulgonzalez7852]

Speaking as a former Roadside tech. It gets charged like a regular roadside call -Mileage to and from the customer -Time to and from the customer And then on a fuel-out we also charged the cost of fuel plus markup. (Back then it was 0.60 cents per gallon markup)

[@somethingepic777]

@@paulgonzalez7852 Damn(!!!) thats an expensive bill for a trucker that runs outta fuel. No wonder Alex was so adamant about making it to the fuel-station!

[@jonnemeth7585]

Alex I was wondering if your type of model of truck can you get bigger tanks so you don't run out of gas and if your truck still runs out of gas you should bring your truck in and see what could be possible week good luck

[@40TuberYou]

Alex, from now on treat 1/2 tank as empty like I do.

[@naniiiiz6833]

Bruh you just talked about this in a short video 😂📸

[@johnschultz6684]

Are you delivering to a tractor supply store. Like the videos

[@fredericorocha5126]

Hi bro Im a 24 years old guy with 1 years of European trunking experience Your videos are awesome, super interesting, and are so much differences between our jobs, that's incredible 🤩 And if u think u work in a small place, u need to meet mine 😆 If one day u want to make a comparative video American VS European Trunking, I would love helping u 😁

[@BadBoybBubby]

Who else's favourite part is when Alex cooks some delicious food. 😁🤤

[@TooTurntConner]

great videos but there is alot of turns i see you freak out on, relax, im sure its different because we're viewing it through a go pro but from what it looks is you go very very slow and think every turn is impossible lol

[@rhino74indy]

What was to blocking out on the truck

[@dredgenyor1674]

perks of not being a company driver, fuel wherever the hell i feel like stopping🌝

[@ilovetotri23]

Awesome video Alex! Thanks!

[@HiltsyAdventure]

I'm surprised you could park there all night, depending on your hours you may have been able to deliver early (and if the store had the staff to do it of course). nice backing though that was a tricky one for sure.

[@StevenDelTaco]

I tried applying to the company and they told me I needed 2 years of experience if I’m not mistaken

[@mdiaz914]

Hi Alex love your post. I'm not sure where you live but if you stay close to Texas Dallas you sure look at the company I work for (poly trucking) Grand prairie TX .70 a mile we are manufactured of trash bags so you leave our facility with our product and wherever they sent you you come back with a back haul usually back to Dallas if you check the reviews there was a moment there when we have a bad batch of trucks and they were breaking down a lot but we got new trucks now check it out see if it's for you. If you have any questions contact me

[@Waluigifan95]

[THERE IS CURRENTLY LIGHT TRAFFIC ON THE-] "I don't care about the traffic Garmand!"

[@pabloescobar1225]

Can someone elaborate me on rye intro and Chris,what’s up with that?

[@PSJBL]

Gerald. 😊

[@ericpalmateer1484]

You had maybe 3 gallons left...close call bud. I been there them t680 hold about 160 gallons